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St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
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- Barnet NW7 1EJ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum engages pupils鈥� interests and is broad.
Foundational Skills: High priority on reading with effective phonics program; extra support provided for pupils falling behind.
Success of the Curriculum: Curriculum is ambitious, well-organized and prepares pupils for secondary education.
Foundational Skills: Phonics is well taught and reading is encouraged, but progress in reading remains a key priority.
Areas Needing Improvement: Teaching and assessment do not consistently challenge all pupils, especially the most able.
Areas Needing Improvement: Precise knowledge goals in some subjects need clarity and full implementation.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils who are falling behind receive additional support to catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school. They are courteous and polite.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Students achieve well in core subjects with focused learning aims.
Support for Falling Behind: Extra support provided to close knowledge gaps effectively.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils exhibit positive behaviour, attentive learning, and low absence rates.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make average progress in writing and mathematics, but below average progress in reading.
Support for SEND Pupils: Well-established systems for identifying and meeting bespoke needs with harmonised school and family support.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make less progress than their peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils said that bullying is rare and that, if it does happen, it is dealt with effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school provides a warm, caring, and nurturing environment.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: School provides a safe space where pupil views are respected, and staff support mental well-being.
Parent Feedback: Most responses from parents were positive about the school.
Parental Involvement: Links with parents are effective in supporting children鈥檚 development.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils have many opportunities to develop personal and social skills through extra-curricular provision.
Outdoor Facilities: The new outside space is safe, well equipped, and inviting.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide participation in sports, arts, and academic events; supports personal development.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers value opportunities to develop their professional skills.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers provide pupils with many opportunities to write for different purposes, showing high-quality writing and strong progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: The school has a clear assessment policy, and pupils are assessed several times throughout the school year.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers receive training and support to maintain high teaching standards.
Impact on Student Progress: Positive teacher impact on student progress consistently highlighted.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers do not plan activities which consistently challenge pupils well enough.
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St Vincent's Catholic Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Greater London, London.
It has 284 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 70% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our renowned primary school serves students from the ages of 5 to 11.
The school is located in North West London, in the heart of Mill Hill, where we embrace all the opportunities and challenges that come with living and working in one of the most important capital cities in the world.
Our school has a remarkable track record of academic, social, spiritual, and cultural achievement, and the community of governors, staff, parents, and students work hard to sustain it.
At St. Vincent's, we encourage our students to pursue excellence in all facets of their lives so that they will be able to make decisions with confidence, successfully contribute to society as competent, well-rounded young adults, and eventually recognise the value of being a part of prosperous, successful, and caring communities.
We warmly invite you to learn more about our school's strong dedication to Catholic principles, where children develop fully in the love of God and in an atmosphere of love, trust, and partnership with families.
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The school is located in North West London, in the heart of Mill Hill, where we embrace all the opportunities and challenges that come with living and working in one of the most important capital cities in the world.
Our school has a remarkable track record of academic, social, spiritual, and cultural achievement, and the community of governors, staff, parents, and students work hard to sustain it.
At St. Vincent's, we encourage our students to pursue excellence in all facets of their lives so that they will be able to make decisions with confidence, successfully contribute to society as competent, well-rounded young adults, and eventually recognise the value of being a part of prosperous, successful, and caring communities.
We warmly invite you to learn more about our school's strong dedication to Catholic principles, where children develop fully in the love of God and in an atmosphere of love, trust, and partnership with families.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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B-
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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-11 | 3-11 | 1-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.5 | - | 26.9 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 111 | 107 |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 107 | 108 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 104 | 100 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 100 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 70% | 66.65% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 13% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 2.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 107 2 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 95 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 84% 17 | 66.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% 7 | 13.74% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.6 | Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 1 | 95 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 67% 4 | 65.57% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% 7 | 11.25% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 90 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 71% | 60.59% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 10.59% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1